Nickelodeon’s Let’s Learn: S.T.E.M. Vol 2 Available on DVD May 3rd. @nickjr #nickelodeon

March 15, 2016 By Marijean

THE POWER OF MATH IS BACK TO SAVE THE DAY IN THIS

NEW NUMBER-FILLED COLLECTION

LET’S LEARN: S.T.E.M. Vol 2

Available on DVD May 3rd.

There’s no shortage of science and math fun in Let’s Learn: S.T.E.M. Vol 2, Nickelodeon’s second DVD dedicated to the world of numbers. A hot topic for educators everywhere, S.T.E.M. education (science, technology, engineering and math) has proven to be the perfect tool in jump-starting children’s interest in problem solving and technology. Nick’s Let’s Learn: S.T.E.M. Vol 2 contains more than 140 minutes of S.T.E.M. – themed adventures with Blaze and the Monster Machines, the first preschool show on TV to comprehensively cover all areas of S.T.E.M. in every episode, as well as fan-favorites Dora and Friends: Into the City!, PAW Patrol and Team Umizoomi. In addition to expanding imaginations and developing inquisitive minds, the Let’s Learn: S.T.E.M. Vol 2 DVD also comes with a S.T.E.M.-themed worksheet to reinforce some of the lessons learned throughout the collection. Produced by Nickelodeon Home Entertainment and distributed by Paramount Home Media Distribution, Let’s Learn: S.T.E.M. Vol 2will be available on DVD May 3, for the suggested retail price of $14.99.

Let’s Learn: S.T.E.M. Vol 2 includes the following episodes:

Blaze and the Monster Machines: Cake-tastrophe
Blaze and the Monster Machines: Runaway Rocket
PAW Patrol: Pups Save Walinda/ Pups Save a Big Bone
Dora and Friends: Into the City!: Kite Day
Team Umizoomi: Job Well Done
Team Umizoomi: Race to the Top of Shape Mountain

Let’s Learn: S.T.E.M. Vol 2 Fast Facts

Street Date: May 3, 2016

Catalog: 59177540000 (US)

Running Time: 144 Minutes

Audio: English, Spanish and French audio tracks

S.R.P.: $14.99

About Nickelodeon

Nickelodeon, now in its 36th year, is the number-one entertainment brand for kids. It has built a diverse, global business by putting kids first in everything it does. The company includes television programming and production in the United States and around the world, plus consumer products, online, recreation, books and feature films. Nickelodeon’s U.S. television network is seen in almost 100 million households and has been the number-one-rated basic cable network for 20 consecutive years. For more information or artwork, visit http://www.nickpress.com. Nickelodeon and all related titles, characters and logos are trademarks of Viacom Inc. (NASDAQ: VIA, VIAB).

About Paramount Home Media Distribution

Paramount Home Media Distribution (PHMD) is part of Paramount Pictures Corporation (PPC), a global producer and distributor of filmed entertainment. PPC is a unit of Viacom (NASDAQ: VIAB, VIA), a leading content company with prominent and respected film, television and digital entertainment brands. The PHMD division oversees PPC’s home entertainment, digital and television distribution activities worldwide. The division is responsible for the sales, marketing and distribution of home entertainment content on behalf of Paramount Pictures, Paramount Animation, Paramount Vantage, Paramount Classics, Insurge Pictures, MTV, Nickelodeon, Comedy Central and CBS and applicable licensing and servicing of certain DreamWorks Animation titles. PHMD additionally manages global licensing of studio content and distribution across worldwide digital and television distribution platforms including online, mobile and portable devices and emerging technologies.

Marijean

My name is MJ. I have two wonderful children and work part time as well as volunteer at my children's school.

SHIELDeye RSCM-15701W 1280 x 720 MAX Resolution RJ45 High Resolution Wireless IP Camera by Rosewill Review @Rosewillinc #review

March 14, 2016 By Marijean

We have been in the market for a home camera system. I was asked to review a home camera called SHIELDeye SmartCam and I was excited to try it out.

Here is information about this camera:

HD 720P Resolution
Night Vision up to 16 ft.
Motion Detection Alerts
Wide Angle of View
Local Storage without extra fee (up to 32GB, FAT32 only)
3 x Digital Zoom
Night Vision: Equipped with eight pieces of infrared LED, the camera captures video in poor lighting environments and even complete darkness. It is essential monitor your assets whether, day or night.
Motion Detection Recording: The Camera will automatically start recordings when motion is detected and save to the file you designate. The motion detection recording function can be set on your desktop with the software provided in the CD. It avoids meaningless recording and enhances storage capacity.
Two-Way Audio: The built-in speaker and microphone enable interaction with others near the camera. Having conversations with them via your mobile device while you are traveling or on business trip is easy.
Easy Installation (P2P Connection)
Micro SD Card Support: Support up to 32GB local storage to prevent monthly fee.(FAT32 format)
Remote access and watch videos anywhere by SHIELDeye app.
Instant Alerts: Mobile devices can be connected to the camera after the setup is completed. Users can be noticed with alarms sent to mobile devices when unusual motion is detected or any uncommon situation occurs.

Package Contents:

IP Camera * 1
5 V Power Adapter * 1
IP Camera Utility CD * 1
Stand of plastic * 1
Network Cable * 1

The monitoring area can be displayed on the mobile devices via downloading the iOS/Android App. Users are able to view the live camera video from smartphones or tablets anywhere without any restriction. The PC version can be installed with attached disc in the box.

You can see all the functions available on the app. Very useful.

We set up the camera via cable and then via wireless. Both work great. Setup was very easy, we have iPhones and the App works great. The video feed is quick with minimal lag. The intercom option it has is nice but it is slightly muffled. I love that you can make the live feed brighter or darker depending on what you like. My kids love when I am upstairs and talk to them through the intercom. The photo and recording options are great. Overall this is a great camera for home use at a great price.

You can purchase this camera here for $49.99.

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***I was given a product in exchange for my honest opinion. This review is based on my experience with the product. I am not affiliated with the company and everything in this review is my opinion.

Marijean

My name is MJ. I have two wonderful children and work part time as well as volunteer at my children's school.

Torus, The Ultimate Pet Water Bowl Review @Torusbowl #Review

March 11, 2016 By Marijean

I have a 2 year old cat named Scarlet. She LOVES to drink fresh water. If her water isn’t as fresh as she would like, she will go drink from a toilet (yuck). I was asked to review a pet water bowl called Torus-The Ultimate Pet Water Bowl. When I heard about this bowl, I thought this would be perfect for Scarlet.

About Torus Water Bowl

Filtered and travel friendly, the Torus water bowl is a unique and innovative way to ensure your pet has a constant supply of clean, fresh and cool water.

We believe owning a pet is our privilege and comes with an enormous amount of responsibility. As pet lovers, we strive to source and bring to market innovative & practical pet parenting solutions. We are passionate about making the world a more compatible place for animals and their keepers and as such, you will find we offer solutions that truly make a difference to owning a pet. Opportunities present themselves as our team of innovators trawl the world’s industry trade shows. We source only well-made and effective products, mostly from sustainable sources, whilst working with some wonderful people and even better product testers throughout our journey. We seek to continually innovate and bring you products we are proud to sell, ensuring affordable pricing without compromising on standards. Our brands are trusted by pet parents, vets, retailers, groomers and gardeners globally and we deliver the very highest standards of pet care.

A team of ex professional athletes from different sporting backgrounds came together to form Pet Professionals Ltd who are an independent UK company, based on a rural farm in the heart of Berkshire, 40 minutes west of London. Established in 2003, the company is recognised globally as a manufacturer and supplier of market leading products and innovators in brand development. Our growing sales force and marketeers are here to answer absolutely any customer query you might have and we 100% pride ourselves on the level of customer service we provide; nothing is too much trouble and its your and your pet’s delight in our products that is our number 1 concern.

Charity

Some of our sponsored charities benefitting from your purchases and matched donations include:

The Torus bowl uses activated carbon filters to remove any impurities, guaranteeing your pet has access to clean, fresh, water every time. Each filter comprises a plastic moulded cone with perforated walls which allow water to “flow through”.

Each Torus filter lasts for approximately a month, so each pack of five filters gives your pet approximately five months of fresh, clean water. The Torus bowl comes with one filter to get you started.

This bowl is offered in either 1L or 2L, and color options red, grey, blue and pink (only available in 1L). I chose to review the 1L pink bowl. I love that this bowl has a filter to keep the water clean and fresh. Also, no batteries or power needed which is a huge plus! Very easy to fill with water and to clean. You can also travel with this bowl.

Benefits of the Torus Bowl:

Filters to provide fresh, clean water
Auto-replenishes as your pet drinks
No power or batteries needed
Stores up to 2L of water
Travel friendly
Keeps water cool
Non slip and non spill design
Multiple sizes and colours
12 month warranty

How to use your Torus Bowl

Align the cap arrow with the tap symbol and lift to remove.
Fill the water from a tap, jug or hose. You can leave the filter in the bowl during filling.
Keep the Torus bowl level and fill until the filter body is fully covered.
To put the cap back, align the cap arrow with the lock symbol. The bowl can now be carried to your pet’s drinking station or loaded into your car for travelling.
To release the water for drinking, align the cap with the dog symbol. Water will flow into the drinking well until the water outlet slot closes.
As your pet drinks, water in the drinking well will be automatically replenished.

Bowl with water

Scarlet enjoying the Torus Bowl

Fresh Water – TORUS™ (Latin for ‘hollow circular ring’) is the only 360° solution. Water stored inside the walls ensures an ample supply of cool, clean, fresh water, protected from dust and contaminants. The low profile and ergonomic design also means no spills. Clean Water – TORUS™ carbon filters remove impurities, guaranteeing your pet has access to clean, fresh, water every time. Each Torus bowl filter comprises a moulded cone with perforated walls which allow water to “flow through” and help to reduce flavours and trace elements commonly presented in municipal water supplies. Each Torus filter lasts for approximately a month, so each pack of five filters gives your pet approximately five months of fresh, clean water.

My sweet cat has been using this bowl for a week now. It has not gotten slimy at all like other water bowls I have used in the past. Scarlet seems to really like drinking out of it, and filling it back up with water is super easy. This really is the perfect water bowl for any dog or cat.

You can purchase your own Torus Bowl by clicking here.

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***I was given a product in exchange for my honest opinion. This review is based on my experience with the product. I am not affiliated with the company and everything in this review is my opinion.

Marijean

My name is MJ. I have two wonderful children and work part time as well as volunteer at my children's school.

Spaze Apparel, Popular Clothing at Competitive Prices Review @spazeapparel #review

March 10, 2016 By Marijean

I was asked to review clothing items from a website called Spaze Apparel. They offer clothing for everyone in your family at great prices.

Spaze Apparel is a USA based online clothing and accessories store that offers basic American clothing including t-shirts, woven shirts, sport shirts, performance polo, fleece, pants, shorts, headwear, outerwear, bags and more. Brands are are Gildan, Hanes, Fruit of The Loom, Jerzees, Anvil and other USA renowned brands. For your complete solution of blank or basic clothing you can count on Spaze Apparel. We offer quality apparel products from world’s leading brands at competitive prices and fastest shipping in USA. Additionally, Spaze Apparel is your partner for daily wear basics like t-shirts, shirts, performance polo and more.

These are the items I chose to review:

LAT-2616-Girls’ Fine Jersey T-Shirt

I picked 2 of these shirts for my daughter in size L, they do run small since she is always a medium in other brands. The shirts come in a large variety of different colors and are very soft. The price of this shirt depends on color choice and range from $3.94-$3.99.

Jerzees-29B-Youth 5.6 oz., 50/50 Heavyweight Blend T-Shirt

I picked out 2 of these shirts for my son in size S. I didn’t know how this shirt would run size wise because their is not a size chart. My son wears a size 4 kids and this shirt is just a little big on his so I would say it is a size 5/6. This shirt is offered in many color choices. The quality is very good and the shirt washes well. This shirt, depending on color selection, is priced $2.00-$3.47.

Hanes 4980 4.5 Oz. 100% Ringspun Cotton Nano-T T-Shirt

I ordered 2 of these shirts for my husband in size XL. He likes them a lot and they are very soft. This shirt if offered in many color choices, and prices depends on what color you chose. The prices are $3.65-$4.21 (you cannot beat those prices for a Man’s Hanes shirt!).

Ash City – North End-78168-Ladies’ Sirius Lightweight Jacket with Embossed Print

I ordered this lightweight jacket for myself in size L. It is pretty much true to size. It is very comfortable to wear, and I love that it comes with a hood. This jacket comes in 6 different colors and the price is $27.29.

You cannot beat the prices for the clothes on this site. You can also get free shipping if you spend $149. You can get 10% off your purchase if you like their Facebook page here. I am very happy with all of the clothing items I reviewed, and will be making a future purchase!

Connect with Spaze Apparel: Website / Twitter / Facebook / Pinterest / Google +

***I was given a product in exchange for my honest opinion. This review is based on my experience with the product. I am not affiliated with the company and everything in this review is my opinion.

Marijean

My name is MJ. I have two wonderful children and work part time as well as volunteer at my children's school.

The Avenues Mall Hosts Tea Time With The Easter Bunny On March 19th!

March 9, 2016 By Marijean

THE AVENUES HOSTS TEA TIME WITH THE EASTER BUNNY

9 – 11 AM on SATURDAY, MARCH 19, 2016

Families invited to hop on over to the mall for Easter fun

WHAT: Little bunnies can hop on over to The Avenues to nibble on Easter treats and sip refreshments at Tea Time with the Easter Bunny on Saturday, March 19! The Easter eggstravaganza will feature light bites and refreshments, story time with the bunny, arts & crafts, and games!

Space is limited, and proceeds from the event will benefit the Simon Youth Foundation. The $5 ticket can be purchased at the Mall Management office, located in the Food Court between Moe’s Southwest grill and Mandarin Express. The Mall Management office is open Monday – Friday from 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. and Sunday from 12 – 6 p.m.

COST: $5 donation per child, to benefit Simon Youth Foundation

WHEN: Saturday, March 19, 2016

9 – 11 AM

**The Easter Bunny photo experience will be set up from Friday, February 26 – Saturday, March 26. Personal photos with the Bunny are not offered as a part of the Bunny Tea Time activities.

WHERE: The Avenues – Center Court

10300 Southside Boulevard

Jacksonville, FL 32256